Have a lighthouse problem can be dangerous but can also give rise to a fine of up to 68 euros but also even a loss of 4 points on the license if you are found to be driving without lights at night.

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Also, when only one headlight is working, such as a low beam, other drivers could mistake you for a motorcycle and potentially cause an accident. So many reasons that push us to want to help you through this article to change the headlights of your Citroen Jumper 2.

The objective of this article is to help you change the defective headlight on your Citroen Jumper 2.

In theory, changing a bulb in a Citroen Jumper 2 takes you on average 1 hour (20 minutes for the most experienced and 1:30 for the novices).

To achieve this, we will try to explain to you how reach the headlight housings in a Citroen Jumper 2, then how to replace the defective bulb.

A little preliminary advice before changing the headlights of your Citroen Jumper 2

  • Before replacing your light, it is essential to identify the type of bulb defective on your Citroen Jumper 2. To easily choose the necessary bulbs you can go to the following article "How to choose a Bulb for my Citroen Jumper 2" which will help you to know the power and the type of bulb in depending on the defective headlight, for example if you want to change the reverse light on your Citroen Jumper 2, in this case we recommend that you buy a P21W filament bulb.
  • When replacing a bulb, it is best to change the pair (Ex: Low beam on the right and low beam on the left) to guarantee the same level of performance and longevity.
  • First, to safely carry out the manipulation, it is necessary to disconnect your battery.Effectively, you will be handling electrical objects so it is better to cut power just like you would to change a light bulb in your home.
  • Then when you change the bulb of your Citroen Jumper 2 We advise you not to touch the glass part directly with bare hands, these are conductive parts, you risk getting burned. Take insulating gloves so as not to take any risks.

How to change a headlight on your Citroen Jumper 2

For this part we advise you to equip yourself with a flat screwdriver (size: 8 to 13) or a pipe wrench.

To change a Headlight, the procedure is as follows for the lights mentioned below:

  • Position
  • Turn signal
  • crossing
  • Directions
  • Anti-fog
  1. Open the hood of your Citroen Jumper 2 and keep it wide open using the kickstand
  2. Identify faulty fire
  3. Using the screwdriver, remove the plastic support by unscrewing the screws
  4. Turn the round case
  5. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb
  6. Remove the pin
  7. Unscrew the bulb counterclockwise
  8. Replace it with the new bulb
  9. Note: it is better to avoid touching the glass part so as not to leave a trace
  10. It must be inserted easily and without forcing
  11. Replace the pin
  12. Reconnect the bulb to your Citroen Jumper 2
  13. Screw the plastic shell back on
  14. Replace the plastic cash screws
  15. Close the hood and try your lights again

Changing a Tail Lights on your Citroen Jumper 2:

  • Position light
  • Stop light
  • Reverse light
  • Fog light

Here is the procedure:

  1. Disconnect the battery to avoid any risk of electrocution (CF: article How to change my battery)
  2. Open the boot of your Citroen Jumper 2  
  3. Identify the side of the defective headlight
  4. Remove the coating to access the body
  5. Disconnect the connector using the flat screwdriver
  6. Unscrew the nuts to remove the rear light
  7. Once the headlight has been unscrewed, remove the nut from the light housing
  8. Remove the case
  9. Change the damaged bulb
  10. Reposition the box of your Citroen Jumper 2
  11. Screw the case back on
  12. The same goes for the tail light and the knurled nut
  13. Remember to reconnect the light connector
  14. Replace the covering
  15. Reconnect the battery
  16.  Test the proper functioning of the lights of your Citroen Jumper 2

Conclusion

Here are the various steps to follow in order to replace a headlight on your Citroen Jumper 2. Be patient, remember to equip yourself with insulating material to avoid the risk of electrocution, follow the steps meticulously and the trick will be played very quickly.

If, however, you were not comfortable with these different steps, do not hesitate to call a specialist to secure the procedure on your Citroen Jumper 2.